The Budget – A Labyrinth of Question Marks

I have never envied those who had to prepare a budget, and even less those who were expected to stick to it. Early in my career, I also worked on preparing budgets for construction projects. Although detailed plans were available,...

The Scent of Travel

Discover the beauty of Hungary’s lavender fields, from Tihany to Pannonhalma. Experience the scents, colours and peaceful moments of a Hungarian summer.

North of Budapest – Exploring the Gödöllő Hills

The Gödöllő Hills lie to the northeast of Budapest, approximately 30 kilometres from the capital. With their varied landscapes, historical sites and numerous opportunities for outdoor activities, they make an excellent destination for a day trip, including a family outing....

Transforming Major Social Systems: Local Governments

Few would dispute that the major systems shaping the everyday well-being of Hungarian society — pensions, healthcare and education — need to be modernised. Yet reforming them is difficult. It costs money, challenges established interests and often produces political risks...

Tihany nature and history in the Balaton highlands.

Tihany, a jewel nestled on the shores of Lake Balaton, is a place where history, culture, and nature intertwine seamlessly. Inhabited since prehistoric times, the peninsula gained true significance in the 11th century when King Andrew I founded the Tihany Benedictine Abbey. The abbey’s founding charter, the first written record of the Hungarian language, is still preserved here, making Tihany a significant pilgrimage site for Hungarian language and culture.